The month in detail
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Fes. Temperatures rise (82°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain risk remains low (15% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities.
May is the best month of the year in Fes. Compared to April: +9°F daytime, 6 pts fewer rainy days, +0.8h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
dry air
10°
Daylight
13.8h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 34
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Is May the right month?
May is actually the best month of the year in Fes. Good timing.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a city break.
Country · Morocco
🗣️LanguageArabic
💶CurrencyMoroccan Dirham (MAD)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 100°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 63°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 23%
🏛️ City break
📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Location
Where is Fes ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
MoroccoTemperate climate with a 9.0 → 3.4 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
34.03°N · 4.98°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Fes?
May is the best month with 82°F highs, 57°F lows, 9.0h of sunshine and 15.0% rainy days. The months of May & June offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Fes get in May?
Fes averages 9.0 sunshine hours per day in May. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.7/10.
What is the rainiest month in Fes?
August is the most unfavourable month with August has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Fes in May?
In May, overnight lows reach 57°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.
Is Fes good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Fes scores 7.1/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains May with a score of 8.7/10.
When should you avoid Fes?
August is the most difficult month to visit Fes, with August has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Fes in May?
The average UV index reaches 8 in May in Fes (high), with about 13.8h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.